6/07/2023 Diets to perform on a road bike in Lanzarote
Cycling in Lanzarote has a large community of fans who come to the island every year to practice their favorite sport. The sport of cycling is one of the most demanding specialties and requires exhaustive preparation and care to obtain the best results, avoid injuries and maintain optimal physical condition and health.
 
One of the most important aspects that an athlete who practices cycling must take care of in Lanzarote it is food. There are many diets for cyclists inspired by models of the best teams in the international peloton that can help you get the most out of your favorite sport, maintain your ideal weight and take care of your health.
 
Let's see some examples of diets for cyclists that can serve as a guide to improve your performance, avoid injuries and increase your capabilities.
 

Diets for cyclists 

A cyclist's diet is conditioned by their training and competition routines, especially in the case of professionals and lovers of cycling events. The tips we offer below for fans of cycling in Lanzarote are valid for any user who wants to take care of themselves a little more and get more out of their activity.
 
As a general rule, it is recommended to eat 5 meals a day, which should include products from all food groups to cover the energy demands demanded by a cyclist's body.
 

Diets for cyclists - Carbohydrates 

Due to the very nature of the sport, cyclists must always have an amount of carbohydrates that can satisfy their energy demand. In addition to the classic rice and pasta, there are other alternatives that can cover the energy levels required to be able to perform under adequate conditions.
 
To protect the digestive system, it is advisable to use gluten- and lactose-free cereals. Other foods that contain carbohydrates are seeds, nuts, legumes or vegetables.
 

Diets for cyclists - Nutrition during training or competition 

Taking care of your diet during training and competition is essential for a cyclist. You must always keep your body hydrated, drinking small sips regularly without filling your stomach. Water intake should be combined with an isotonic drink, which can be easily made at home, and will help recover the salts and minerals consumed during exercise.
 
As for food during training, fruit and nuts should always be present. You can also use energy bars, which can also be made at home using honey and cereal molasses.
 
Excessive sugar consumption must be avoided, as it irritates the stomach and excessive daily consumption can end up causing degenerative diseases as serious as diabetes.
 
Regarding the amount of carbohydrates during the race or training, nutritionists recommend ingesting 0.7 grams per kilogram of weight per hour of exercise.
 

Are you coming to pedal through Lanzarote with us?

 
Now all that remains is to choose the place where you will go pedaling, if you decide to come pedaling Lanzarote , you will be amazed by the number of different routes and wonderful landscapes what does this have paradise for cyclists .
 
If you already know the dates of your next getaway roads of Lanzarote , don't miss the opportunity to try one of our road bikes and Discover the island in a different way.
 
Plan your adventure through Lanzarote on one of our rental bicycles, we will adjust it to your needs.
 
At Papagayo Bike we have the best road bike models to cover many kilometers on the roads of Lanzarote. You will be able to test the model that best suits your characteristics on the asphalt of the island.
 
Remember, we take our road bikes wherever you tell us , so you don't waste time looking for a place to rent a road bike and save it for your getaways. cycling through Lanzarote .
 
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